10 months post-op - Was my procedure not done right or is this asymmetrical healing? (Photo)

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I did my rhinoplasty last August past 6 months and my nose still looks deviated unfortunately my surgeon is super unhelpful am wondering if that is asymmetrical healing or is my nose deviated I notice bumps on the sides that is soft (not bone) and the size depends but it is hard to breathe from one side as my nostrils are uneven. Would a steroid injection be helpful now? (I have thick skin should I wait?) I appreciate you taking your time to answer.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Hello, and thank you for your question. Rhinoplasty results are only truly definitive after a full year after the procedure, around 12-14 months. Your nose may still have some swelling, and it will still change. But if after a full year you still have bumps or a deviated septum, you may consult with a surgeon to determine if you are a candidate for revision rhinoplasty, which is an even more complex procedure than primary rhinoplasty.

I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with a reputable board-certified facial plastic surgeon at that point, particularly one with a strong rhinoplasty portfolio. Such experts will have a deep understanding of the aesthetic and functional elements of the nose while having an eye for symmetry and balance. Your surgeon will evaluate your nose, determine your eligibility for revision rhinoplasty, and ensure the best possible results.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Asymmetry after rhinoplasty is common if you had asymmetry before surgery. Your result is pretty good and I would wait a full year before considering a revision. Your revision would be pretty straightforward but you may need the bones broken again. Also the breathing could be corrected simply with turbinate reduction. You might want to look that up and mention it to your surgeon.

Omer Faruk Deveci, MD · Answer

For my opinion, you have still septum deviation . If that bothers much you need a revision rhinoplasty with rib cartilage.

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